NDLOVU
Ndlovu
Ndlovu, derived from the Nguni language spoken in Southern Africa, particularly in South Africa and Zimbabwe, is a prominent surname found among the Ndebele and Zulu peoples. The name "Ndlovu" means "elephant" in these languages, symbolising strength, power, and leadership.
The Ndlovu surname is common among the Nguni-speaking populations of Southern Africa and is believed to have originated from the totemic system prevalent in these societies. Totoes are a way of identifying with a particular animal, plant, or natural element, with the elephant being the symbol associated with the Ndlovu clan.
Individuals bearing the Ndlovu surname can be found in various professions and positions within society, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of modern British and Southern African communities. The surname is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Ndebele and Zulu people and continues to be a source of pride and identity for many individuals of British and Southern African descent.
There are approximately 2,194 people named Ndlovu in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,900th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Ndlovu.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Dumisani
- Lawrence
- Michael
- Musa
- Nobert
- Prince
- Stephen
- Terrance
- Thabani
- Thabo
- Themba
Female
- Charity
- Cynthia
- Florence
- Langelihle
- Lindiwe
- Memory
- Monica
- Patience
- Precious
- Rosemary
- Thandiwe